1979 stories by Steve Bittenbender
Washington Redskins Owner Dan Snyder Seeks Sportsbook at New Football Stadium in Maryland
Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder met with members of Maryland’s legislature earlier this week to lobby lawmakers into letting his NFL team operate a sportsbook at a new stadium, The Washington Post reported Wednesday. The controversial owner met with delegates and senators...
Omaha Beach, Spun to Run Scratched from Pegasus World Cup Invitational at Gulfstream Park
UPDATED (Jan. 23 - 4 pm ET) - The Pegasus World Cup Invitational saw both morning-line favorite Omaha Beach and second choice Spun to Run get scratched on Thursday. A skin irritation will sideline Spun to Run, while Omaha Beach trainer Richard...
Indiana Gaming Commission Greenlights Betting on 2020 Academy Awards
The Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) officially embraced novelty betting on Wednesday when it gave licensed sportsbooks its approval to take wagers on this year's Academy Awards. With the decision, the Hoosier State becomes the second state in the nation, following New Jersey,...
Zion Williamson Set to Make NBA Debut for New Orleans Pelicans
Three months later than expected, the top pick in last year’s NBA Draft is ready for his debut. Technically, Zion Williamson is still listed as questionable for the New Orleans Pelicans, who host the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. However, the...
Arlington Heights Mayor Remains Hopeful Historic Illinois Track Stays Open Even as Purse Contract Impasse Lingers
The village of Arlington Heights, Ill., embraces horse racing. So much so that the town’s seal incorporates a horse’s head into the "A" for the city, a symbol of its relationship with Arlington International Racecourse. Mayor Tom Hayes has been a city...
Kentucky Sports Betting: Ex-NASCAR Star Michael Waltrip Lends Support, Keeneland and Red Mile Likely to Partner
A Kentucky native and former professional athlete has lent his voice to the cause of legalizing sports betting in The Bluegrass State. Former NASCAR driver Michael Waltrip recorded a radio commercial that began playing statewide last week. The 60-second spot was paid...
National Horsemens Group Speaks Out Against Proposed Drug Reforms for Racing
Last week, the group representing horsemen across the United States renewed its opposition to federal legislation that would nationalize horse racing regulations. In a video posted on social media, the National Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA) reiterated it opposes efforts to...
Tennessee Lottery Looks to Pass Sports Betting Regulations Next Month
Tennessee could have its rules for sports betting in place within a month. The Tennessee Education Lottery Corp.’s Board of Directors is scheduled to meet in Nashville on Feb. 19. That’s a day after the TEL Sports Wagering Advisory Council is set...
Kentucky Derby Prep Race Lecomte Stakes Features Deep Field, Experienced Scabbard the Favorite
The Road to the Kentucky Derby goes through New Orleans on Saturday with the running of the Grade III Lecomte Stakes at the Fair Grounds Race Course. A deep field of 13 colts will run in the 1-1/16th mile race, with a...
NCAA College Basketball Title Favorites Duke, Louisville Meet Saturday
College basketball moves into the second half of the regular season this weekend, and the spotlight game is an ACC matchup Saturday night featuring two of the top national championship contenders. Louisville (14-3) heads down to Durham, NC to play Duke (15-2)...
